Boat International US Edition – June 2019

INSPIRINGYOURNEXTADVENTURE

EDITED BY Sophia Wilson

Voyage

PHOTOGRAPHY: SERGE DETALLE

Nestled unobtrusively on the Gulf of Porto-Vecchio shoreline, the recently renovated

Hôtel Casadelmar showcases the island of Corsica’s verdant beauty. Five acres of perfumed

gardens afford privacy and space to the French politicians, musicians and sports stars who

visit, while each of the 31 rooms offers a sprawling vista of the sea and mountain villages

beyond. The interior is just as impressive, with tasteful artworks and sculptures adding

pops of color to the rosewood-and-glass decor. Anchor out, arrive by tender at its private

jetty and grab a cocktail to accompany the Med sunset, followed by dinner at the island’s

only two-Michelin-starred restaurant. Head chef Fabio Bragagnolo emphasizes fresh local

produce in his spectacular dishes: hazelnuts, game, honey and cheese all feature heavily.

And if you overindulge, don’t worry: Casadelmar’s gym has floor-to-ceiling windows, so

the island can keep bewitching you while you’re working off the calories. casadelmar.fr

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HÔTEL CASADELMAR, CORSICA